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Prematurely peeling skin after a Blue Peel may leave a dark spot. I ask my patients to use Melarase creams after an Obagi Blue Peel to minimize discoloration. Raffy Karamanoukian MD FACSLos Angeles
Refrain from manual peeling after the Obagi Blue peel. This will leave you with scars and also hyperpigmentation. I recommend the use of Melarase creams and Elevase cream as a ceramide after the Obagi Bue peel.
There is never a reason to pick at dead skin after any treatment! You may cause an area to scar that otherwise could have healed nicely. Always use a bland emollient or just plain petroleum jelly and keep a hands off approach.
The Obagi Blue Peel is a modified TCA peel that will help with certain elements of an acne scar. It will not eradicate ice pick scars.
The cost of the Obagi Blue peel varies depending on the depth of treatment, the concentration of acid, the pKa of the acid used, the type of anesthesia, and the indications for use. In most cases, a medium to deep Blue peel should range anywhere from 1,500 dollars to 3,500 dollars. Experience is...
Obagi Blue Peel The Obagi Blue Peel® is a professional applied medium strength TCA (trichloroacetic acid) chemical peel treatment that treats down to the dermis (the deeper layer of your skin). If you want healthier, younger-looking skin, the Blue Peel is highly effective ...
As with any chemical peel, there are complications that you should be aware of. These complications largely depend on two factors: The depth of a peel The patient's skin type and complexion Complications of a peel include, but are not limited to: Discoloration Scarring Prolonged...
The Obaji Blue Peel is a deeper layer peel (in comparison to most glycolic or ascorbic acid peels). The agents that work to destroy the outer layers of skin can cause discomfort. In my practice we have employed a number of techniques to keep patients comfortable, including topical anesthesia,...
The Obagi Blue Peel is a type of chemical peel that uses Trichloroacetic acid (TCA) as the main ingredient. The concentration of TCA in an Obagi Blue Peel typically ranges from 15% to 30%, depending on the severity of the skin condition being treated. The Obagi Blue Peel can be effective in...
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